On behalf of our multinational client, who has a long-lasting history and a crisis-resistant business, we are looking for a Financial Controller to cover multiple territories. 

Purpose of the position:
Provide comprehensive financial controlling, planning, forecasting, and reporting for the assigned regional cluster in line with corporate standards and local regulations. The role ensures transparency of financial results, supports business decisions through analysis and insights, and collaborates closely with the regional finance leadership team on all closing and planning activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports
• Develop cost budgets and forecasts in alignment with corporate financial planning cycles
• Maintain and monitor cost accounting structures, including cost centers and allocation mechanisms
• Control and analyze costs, revenues, and balance sheet items, identifying deviations and proposing corrective actions
• Ensure accurate recognition of provisions, accruals, and other financial adjustments in compliance with internal policies and statutory requirements
• Support investment planning and financial evaluations of capital expenditures
• Monitor and forecast cash flow performance within the cluster
• Coordinate internal and external audits, including statutory reporting and tax-related audits
• Advise local functional leaders (HR, Operations, Site Management) on budget performance and cost optimization opportunities
• Drive continuous improvement within financial processes and contribute to global finance initiatives
• Collaborate with regional and corporate controlling teams to ensure alignment and knowledge sharing

Qualifications & Competencies:

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or Economics
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in financial controlling or related fields
• Experience in an international or matrix organization preferred
• Strong understanding of controlling, reporting, and budgeting principles
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office; experience with BI tools is an advantage
• Working knowledge of SAP or comparable ERP systems
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to accuracy and detail
• Effective communicator with the ability to present complex data clearly and influence stakeholders
• Self-motivated, reliable, and adaptable to change
• Fluent in English (B2 level or higher); additional European languages are an asset

Systems & Tools Used:

• SAP or equivalent ERP
• Business Intelligence and reporting tools
• Document management and workflow systems

Why join our Client?

• Crisis-resistant business, long term perspective
• Hybrid work
• Cafeteria
• Private pension contribution / pension fund
• Holidays: additional days on top of legal entitlement 
• Mobile phone for private use
• Medical: Life insurance contribution; medical check support; 5 sick days paid on 100%